Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Sourdough Blackberry Lavender Scones with Lavender Glaze, a delightful treat perfect for breakfast or afternoon tea. These scones feature the unique combination of tangy sourdough and sweet blackberries, elevated by the aromatic essence of lavender. Topped with a delicate lavender glaze, these baked goods offer both elegance and comfort. With their light and flaky texture, they are sure to impress family and friends at any gathering. Easy to make with simple ingredients, these scones invite you to explore delicious baking while adding a touch of sophistication to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cold butter
- 1/2 cup sourdough starter
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 tbsp culinary lavender
- 1 cup fresh blackberries (cut in half)
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp dried culinary lavender
- powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a separate bowl, mix the egg, sourdough starter, vanilla extract, and sour cream. Fold this into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in blackberries and culinary lavender.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface; shape into a circle about an inch thick and cut into wedges.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for about 19 minutes or until golden brown.
- For the glaze, melt butter in milk over low heat; steep lavender, strain it out, and mix in powdered sugar to desired thickness.
- Drizzle the glaze over cooled scones before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 19 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone (65g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg